So I'm 48 and I weigh the most I've ever weighed in my life. Between pastoring a church, teaching at a university, and writing a dissertation, my plate is full. Literally, my plate is full. So I finish it. I used to be an athlete. I used to be a body builder. In fact, only 4 short years ago I was in the best shape of my life. I weighed 225 lbs but my waist was only 34 inches. I was bench pressing 385 lbs and jogging for miles on my treadmill. But as I began work on a PhD all that went out the window and father time is catching up with me.
On October 31st I'll be 49 years old. As I wrote that on my calendar I decided to create a motto and a webpage to monitor my progress. My motto is fifty by fifty, which means, I want to lose 50 lbs by the time I turn fifty. I'm only about 5'10", but 200 is lean for me. I'm big boned. No really, I am. Even at 250 lbs, my shoulders are still so much larger than my waist that I can't buy suits. I have to buy seperates.
So, here's the deal. Join me on this journey. I will record my diet each day and my increased exercise regiment and I'll post pictures for proof. I'll try to keep my shirt on, but if I should develop abs, I might have to post them. Also, I may post a few videos along the way.
By the way, My birthday isn't until October 31st, so technically, I won't begin until then. In fact, this morning I was already down to 246.2 lbs. So I've gotten a head start. Now if I lose 50, I'll be down to 196.
Pray for me. Encourage me. Join me. Hold me accountable. Give me your best tips for weight-loss.
Best of luck to you. Will check in every once in a while to see how you are doing.
ReplyDeleteGood idea, putting this on line so even your church can hold your feet to the fire.
Do it, and you will inspire someone.
God Bless you and I wish you the best!
Mark,
ReplyDeleteI am delighted that you have taken control before 50. I'm sure it was very difficult to look in the mirror the last couple of years knowing that only a short time back you were in fabulous shape. Benching 385 with a 34" waist--awesome! I have been involved with weightlifting for 30 years and made it a point to maintain a fit lifestyle. It's difficult, but you have already achieved that, so you know it's possible. Also, please keep your blood pressure and cholesterol under control because I want you to keep sending those great sermons to PulpitToday.com! Let's not cut short those really great things in life.